Monthly Archives: May 2012

Rainbow To The Games

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Christine Stevenson

I went past the Olympic Park last night on a train, at sunset – do click on the link for some stunning photos. The sky was a magical backdrop of pink and orange behind the stadium, and the lights were on. The … Continue reading →

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H is for Hommage a S. Pickwick Esq. P.P.M.P.C. – Debussy

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Christine Stevenson

2012: Claude Debussy’s 150th birthday, Charles Dickens’ 200th birthday, and the pomp and patriotism of a Royal Diamond Jubilee. Debussy really scored a hat-trick with his piano Prélude Hommage a S Pickwick Esq. P.P.M.P.C., which has associations with all three. … Continue reading →

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